The Rise Of Aksum
This geographical feature contributed to Aksum's emergence as a trade hub connecting Africa, the Middle East, and India.
What is the Red Sea?
This monumental structure served as a royal tomb marker and symbolized Aksum's architectural prowess.
What is a stele or Obelisk?
This environmental issue led to reduced agricultural productivity in Aksum.
What is soil erosion
Aksum became powerful by trading gold, ivory, and this popular bean
What is coffee?
Aksum was one of the first major empires to officially adopt this religion.
What is Christianity?
The rise of this religion in the 7th century shifted trade routes away from Aksum.
What is Islam?
This ancient Ethiopian script, still used in religious contexts today, originated during Aksum's rise.
What is Ge’ez?
Aksum was the first African kingdom to mint coins in these three metals.
What are gold, silver, and bronze?
Aksum lost this important port city, making trade very difficult.
What is Adulis?
Aksum's strategic location connected trade routes between these three major regions.
What are Africa, the Middle East, and India
This king led Aksum to its greatest territorial extent, including parts of modern-day Yemen.
Who is King Kaleb?
The decline of Aksum led to the rise of this dynasty in Ethiopia.
What is the Zagwe Dynasty?